Emergency Hire – Administrative Support – Academic Innovations and Programs

Cal Poly is recruiting a full-time Emergency Hire - Administrative Support professional for the Academic Innovations and Programs department in San Luis Obispo. This role offers an immediate opportunity to join a dynamic team supporting faculty leadership, student affairs, and institutional operations across campus.

About This Position

The Administrative Support professional will serve as a key operational asset to Cal Poly's Academic Innovations and Programs office. You'll provide comprehensive administrative coordination that spans calendar management, event planning, and staff support. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative university environment and wants to contribute directly to the success of academic leadership and student development programs. While student staff oversight increases during the academic year, summer responsibilities focus more on program administration and events.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage leadership calendars and coordinate meetings, ensuring seamless scheduling and preparation
• Organize travel arrangements and logistics for department faculty and leaders
• Coordinate with student staff members to support program execution and team development
• Plan, prepare, and execute departmental events and special programs
• Provide administrative support to human resources and recruitment initiatives
• Maintain office operations, correspondence, and documentation systems

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• Minimum one year of professional experience in an administrative or technical role
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines in a university setting
• Proficiency with office software and digital communication tools
• Graduate degree in a related field is a valuable asset

Why Join Cal Poly

Working at Cal Poly means becoming part of a forward-thinking institution dedicated to experiential learning and student success. Based in San Luis Obispo, you'll enjoy a vibrant campus community, a collaborative culture, and the satisfaction of directly supporting academic innovation. Cal Poly offers the professional growth and meaningful work that draws talented professionals to university administration careers.

How to Apply

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